Effective Date: August 3, 2025
Website: https://www.rotaryparisbridges.org
Organization: Rotary Club Paris Bridges (Association loi 1901)

1. Introduction

This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and protect your personal data when you visit our website, contact us, or engage with Rotary Club Paris Bridges (“we”, “us”, or “our”). We are committed to complying with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and all applicable French data protection laws.

By using our website, you consent to the practices described in this policy.

2. Who We Are

Rotary Club Paris Bridges
An association governed by the French 1901 law
Located in Paris, France
Email: rotaryparisbridges@gmail.com

3. What Personal Data We Collect

We may collect the following types of personal data:

  • Contact Information: Name, email address, phone number (e.g., when you submit a contact or membership form)
  • Membership Information: If you apply to become a member, we may collect professional details, language, interests, or other information relevant to your participation
  • Event Registrations: Data you provide when registering for an event (name, dietary restrictions, etc.)
  • Technical Data: IP address, browser type, pages visited, device type, and referral source
  • Cookies & Usage Data: See Section 8

4. How We Use Your Data

We use your data for the following purposes:

  • Responding to contact inquiries or membership applications
  • Managing club communications and event registrations
  • Sending updates, newsletters (only if you opt in)
  • Improving website performance and user experience
  • Fulfilling our legal and organizational obligations

We do not sell, rent, or share your data for commercial purposes.

5. Legal Basis for Processing

We process your personal data on one or more of the following legal bases:

  • Consent – When you give clear permission (e.g., via a form)
  • Legitimate interest – To promote our club and fulfill our community mission
  • Legal obligation – To comply with applicable laws and Rotary International rules

6. How We Store and Protect Your Data

  • Your data is stored on secure servers hosted in the European Union.
  • Access is restricted to authorized club members or administrators.
  • We implement standard security practices to protect against unauthorized access, loss, or misuse.

7. How Long We Keep Your Data

We retain your personal data only for as long as necessary for the purpose it was collected:

  • Contact inquiries: up to 12 months
  • Membership and event data: for the duration of your involvement + 2 years
  • Analytics/cookies: see Section 8

8. Cookies and Tracking Technologies

We may use cookies or similar technologies for:

  • Analytics (Google Analytics or similar) – To understand how visitors use our website
  • Functionality cookies – To remember your preferences (e.g., language)

You can manage or disable cookies via your browser settings.

9. Third-Party Services

We may use trusted third-party tools for:

  • Email communication (e.g., Mailchimp or Sendinblue)
  • Event registration (e.g., Google Forms or Eventbrite)
  • Analytics (e.g., Google Analytics)

These third parties may process limited personal data on our behalf and are subject to GDPR compliance.

10. Your Rights Under the GDPR

As a user in the EU, you have the right to:

  • Access your personal data
  • Correct or update your data
  • Request deletion (“right to be forgotten”)
  • Object to processing
  • Withdraw your consent at any time
  • File a complaint with CNIL (Commission Nationale de l’Informatique et des Libertés)

To exercise these rights, please email us at: rotaryparisbridges@gmail.com

11. Children’s Privacy

Our website is not intended for children under 16. We do not knowingly collect personal data from minors.

12. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The latest version will always be available on this page, with the “Effective Date” at the top.

13. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact:

Rotary Club Paris Bridges
Paris, France
📧 Email: rotaryparisbridges@gmail.com